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    The adjective 深刻 (shēnkè) for "profound"

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    印象 + 深刻 / 深刻 + 的 + Noun

    Explanation

    深刻 (shēnkè) means "profound" or "deep," and is used to describe impressions, experiences, or understandings that are deeply felt or significant. It frequently appears in the expression 印象深刻, meaning "deeply impressed." It can modify nouns directly or appear as a predicate after the subject.

    Examples

    • 那次旅行给我留下了深刻的印象。

      Nà cì lǚxíng gěi wǒ liúxià le shēnkè de yìnxiàng.

      That trip left a deep impression on me.

    • 老师的话让我有了更深刻的理解。

      Lǎoshī de huà ràng wǒ yǒu le gèng shēnkè de lǐjiě.

      The teacher's words gave me a deeper understanding.

    • 这本书对人性的描写非常深刻。

      Zhè běn shū duì rénxìng de miáoxiě fēicháng shēnkè.

      This book's portrayal of human nature is very profound.

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